Title of Unit: Literature Elements & Writing Techniques
Author: Lauren Staffeld
Primary Subject (elementary) or Course (secondary): English
Grade Level: 9
Introduction:
This unit will focus on the elements of literature and different types of writing. The purpose of teaching this unit is for the students to become familiar enough with the elements of literature and different styles of writing to identify all parts of literature and the purposes of using different styles of writing.
Unit Objectives:
Student will be able to identify all parts of a novel: characters, setting, plot, conflict
Students will understand the point-of-view, voice, tone, dialogue of characters/narrator
Students will be able to identify and use writing style elements: symbolism, themes, allegory, imagery
Student will understand what the purpose of using each type of writing technique and their effectiveness for different audiences
Students will be able to discern each style of writing and their sub-categories: fiction, literature, poetry, non-fiction
Time Required: 2 Weeks Lesson 1 Title of Lesson: Elements of Literature (Part A)
This lesson is an internet-based scavenger hunt to find some of the different elements of literature. Students will work in groups of 2-3 to find all of the answers to the assignment. When finished, all students will be able to identify the basic elements of literature, plus have a good start on next weeks' assignment delving further into the elements of literature. Assignment:
In class, students will pair up, or work in groups of 3 and work through the internet-based assignment together.
Resources/materials needed: Computer lab will need to be reserved
Scratch paper, pen or pencil Lesson 2
Title of lesson: Elements of Literature (Part B)
In the classroom the students will be learning the parts of a story or novel by first reading a short story then as a class identifying the basic elements of the novel. We will focus on the basic Plot Diagram/story map and how to identify main characters (protagonist/antagonist).
Assignment (in-class): Go to ReadWriteThink website (www.readwritethink.org), go to the link “Literary Elements Map.” Create online a map for characters, conflict, resolution, and setting.
Resources/materials needed: Computer lab will need to be reserved.
Lesson 3
Title of lesson: Wuthering Heights (Part A)
In class we read the book Wuthering Heights, as we progress in the book it will be essential to create a graphic organizer to keep track of all the elements of literature in the novel. In addition it will be necessary to create flashcards to identify the characters, and to document to character changes.
To create individual graphic organizers, we will be using the web-based application Mind42. This site will allow the students to create, share, and continuously update their graphic organizer online as the story progresses. They will also be able to share their graphic organizers with the class, which will encourage a collaborative learning environment.
To create flashcards, we will be using a web-based application from IQFuse. This site will allow the class to create their own flashcards and be able to share their flashcards with the class as well. They will be able to review, update, and delete their flashcards as their knowledge progresses.
The purpose of using these online resources in the classroom has many benefits, but the 3 main reasons are: 1) access to the information at all times (both student and teacher) providing a constant update of progress of student knowledge; 2) there are no missing or lost assignments or information; 3) the student can study at any time and at their own pace, if they need to review or get help from others' projects it is available to them at any time.
Assignment (in-class, at home):
In class the students will be reading Wuthering Heights. As they read, they will be creating an ongoing two-part project. The first part is a graphic organizer that maps out the story of Wuthering Heights, including introduction, conflict, climax, and resolution. By the end of the novel, the student will have a detailed knowledge of the events of the story and be able to identify why each action led to the next.
The second part is a index of flashcards that identifies and documents the details of each main character, including their personalities, background information, motivation, and actions.
Title of Unit: Literature Elements & Writing Techniques
Author: Lauren Staffeld
Primary Subject (elementary) or Course (secondary): English
Grade Level: 9
Introduction:
This unit will focus on the elements of literature and different types of writing. The purpose of teaching this unit is for the students to become familiar enough with the elements of literature and different styles of writing to identify all parts of literature and the purposes of using different styles of writing.
Unit Objectives:
Time Required: 2 Weeks
Lesson 1
Title of Lesson: Elements of Literature (Part A)
This lesson is an internet-based scavenger hunt to find some of the different elements of literature. Students will work in groups of 2-3 to find all of the answers to the assignment. When finished, all students will be able to identify the basic elements of literature, plus have a good start on next weeks' assignment delving further into the elements of literature. Assignment:
In class, students will pair up, or work in groups of 3 and work through the internet-based assignment together.
Resources/materials needed:
Computer lab will need to be reserved
Scratch paper, pen or pencil
Lesson 2
Title of lesson: Elements of Literature (Part B)
In the classroom the students will be learning the parts of a story or novel by first reading a short story then as a class identifying the basic elements of the novel. We will focus on the basic Plot Diagram/story map and how to identify main characters (protagonist/antagonist).
Assignment (in-class): Go to ReadWriteThink website (www.readwritethink.org), go to the link “Literary Elements Map.” Create online a map for characters, conflict, resolution, and setting.
Resources/materials needed:
Computer lab will need to be reserved.
Lesson 3
Title of lesson: Wuthering Heights (Part A)
In class we read the book Wuthering Heights, as we progress in the book it will be essential to create a graphic organizer to keep track of all the elements of literature in the novel. In addition it will be necessary to create flashcards to identify the characters, and to document to character changes.
To create individual graphic organizers, we will be using the web-based application Mind42. This site will allow the students to create, share, and continuously update their graphic organizer online as the story progresses. They will also be able to share their graphic organizers with the class, which will encourage a collaborative learning environment.
To create flashcards, we will be using a web-based application from IQFuse. This site will allow the class to create their own flashcards and be able to share their flashcards with the class as well. They will be able to review, update, and delete their flashcards as their knowledge progresses.
The purpose of using these online resources in the classroom has many benefits, but the 3 main reasons are: 1) access to the information at all times (both student and teacher) providing a constant update of progress of student knowledge; 2) there are no missing or lost assignments or information; 3) the student can study at any time and at their own pace, if they need to review or get help from others' projects it is available to them at any time.
Assignment (in-class, at home):
In class the students will be reading Wuthering Heights. As they read, they will be creating an ongoing two-part project. The first part is a graphic organizer that maps out the story of Wuthering Heights, including introduction, conflict, climax, and resolution. By the end of the novel, the student will have a detailed knowledge of the events of the story and be able to identify why each action led to the next.
The second part is a index of flashcards that identifies and documents the details of each main character, including their personalities, background information, motivation, and actions.
Resources/materials needed:
Book: Wuthering Heights
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& Flashcards for Wuthering HeightsThe computer lab will need to be reserved.
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